The Spartan Family Newsletter

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we move forward into this school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the vital role you play in our educational community. At the heart of a thriving school district is a powerful partnership between home and school. One built on trust, transparency, and open communication.

We know that when schools and families work together, students don't just stay on track; they flourish. Open communication ensures that we are all moving in the same direction, with your child’s well-being and academic growth as our shared vision.

Why Communication Matters:

Our teachers and staff are dedicated to providing a great education, but they can do their best work when they have a full picture of your child’s needs. Keeping the lines of communication open allows us to:

• Proactively Solve Challenges: Identifying academic or social hurdles early allows us to provide support before they become obstacles.

• Celebrate Milestones: Sharing successes—both at home and in the classroom—helps build a student's confidence and love for learning.

• Ensure Safety and Support: Understanding changes in a student's life outside of school helps us provide the necessary emotional and social resources.

Our Commitment to You:

We are committed to listening. Whether you have a question about curriculum, a concern about a social dynamic, or a suggestion for improvement, your voice is essential. We encourage you to:

1. Stay Connected: Monitor our Facebook and newsletters for regular updates.

2. Reach Out: Never hesitate to email a teacher or schedule a brief check-in with Mr. Furtney.

3. Engage: Participate in parent-teacher conferences and attend events held at school.

4. “Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students, and enthusiastic parents with high expectations.”

Thank you for trusting us with your child’s education. We aren't just teaching students; we are raising the next generation of leaders, and we are honored to do that work alongside you.

Please encourage your students to participate in our Homecoming Spirit Week. Spirit week's are always a good way to increase student, staff, and building morale. Below is a picture of each day's spirit theme.

While attire is more relaxed during spirit weeks, please ensure your student is still respectful and responsible with their attire.

We have secured a great assembly for our students! I am very excited to announce that we have Motivational Speaker, Basketball Jones coming to Waldron on March 3rd!! I have had the opportunity see him before and it was a phenomenal assembly for students.
Here is his website if you'd like to look into him: https://www.jimbasketballjones.com/

***Due to our multiple weather cancelations, we had to move the dates of our upcoming school dances.***

We have our 2026 HS "MET GALA" Homecoming on Feb 13th, 9pm - 11pm.

We have our MS Dance "Dancing at the Movies" on Feb 14th, 5pm - 7pm.

I am looking forward to both of these events. I hope to see as many of our students as possible there. If finances are going to be an issue, please email me and we will work something out. Matt.Furtney@waldronspartans.org

If you are interested in volunteering with the Waldron Boosters, please let me know and I will put you in contact with them. They are a great group of people who do a lot of work for our school and students.

Our Waldron PTT will be holding a Pasta Fundraiser Feb. 2nd - 27th and selling Popcorn on Feb. 6th and Feb. 20

All of our students, 4th grade and attended a virtual OK2Say presentation. I've heard a lot of positive responses from students. I hope that they came home and discussed it with you. For those who were able to attend our parent presentation, thank you and I hope that you got a lot out of it. Below are several way to contact them if you ever need to.

OK2SAY is a 24/7 confidential safety tipline for reporting threats against students or schools. Contact them by phone at 855-565-2729, text at 652729, email at okaytosay@mi.gov, the OK2SAY app, or via their website.

Waldron Senior Night has been scheduled in the Multi-Purpose room for Thursday May 14th at 7pm.

When: Saturday Feb 14th, 2026
Where: Kissel Building West Unity OH
Time: Doors Open- 5:00 PM
Dinner- 5:30 PM
Drawing Begin- 6:30PM
Cost: $50 Per Ticket- 250 Tickets Sold
PLEASE SEE A BOOSTER MEMBER OR COACH TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Waldron’s Sports –(02/09-02/13)

Monday (02/09) – HS Boys Basketball (Varsity Only) vs Tekonsha @ 6:30pm

Tuesday (02/10) – HS Boys Basketball (Parent’s Night) vs Camden-Frontier @ 6pm

Wednesday (02/11) – FFA

Thursday (02/12) – JH Girls Basketball vs Litchfield @ 5:30pm

Friday (02/13) – HS Boys Basketball (Homecoming) vs Hillsdale Academy @ 6pm.

For this week's staff member highlight, I am happy to highlight

February 10 - Basketball Parents Night

February 13 - Half Day

February 13 - Homecoming

February 14 - MS Dance

February 16 - No School - Staff PD

February 26 - Reading Night

March 3 - Basketball Jones Assembly

March 6 - End of 3rd Marking Period

March 19 - Parent/Teacher Conferences

March 20 - Half Day

March 23-27 - No School - Spring Break

April 3 - No School - Good Friday

April 6 - No School - Possible weather make up day

May 1- Last day of school for Seniors

May 7 - Half Day - Exams

May 8 - Half Day - Exams

May 14 - Senior Night

May 17 - Graduation

May 22 - Half Day

May 25 - No School - Memorial Day

June 3 - Half Day- Last day of School

If you are late dropping off your student, after 8am, please be sure to drop them off at the front door. All other doors will be locked at 8am and with it getting so cold out, we can't have any students standing at the door waiting for someone to come let them in. Thank you for help with this.

Our elementary students are still going outside for recess, please ensure that they are bringing appropriate clothing for the cold temperatures. If you need any hats, gloves, coats for your child please contact Mr. Furtney

We are so glad to have you visit and hope you feel welcomed in our building! To best ensure the safety of our students and staff and maintain the daily flow, we have a couple of important requests for visitors:

When you arrive, please use the front doors to check in and sign out at the main office.

Please do not leave your vehicle unattended in the front bus loop during the busy morning drop-off or afternoon dismissal times. We need to keep this lane clear for our buses to maneuver safely and efficiently.

Your cooperation with these small matters is greatly appreciated!

The class of 2027 advisor is in need of some additional volunteers. There are many opportunities to support your students. The money raised goes towards their Prom, graduation, and senior trip. Even if your student doesn't plan on attending the senior trip, they could definitely use the help to raise funds for prom and graduation. If you are interested, please contact their class advisor, Diane Evers. Phone - (517)260-2291. Email - gypsy.snickers@gmail.com